Women's Health

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Breast Screening

BreastScreen Aotearoa is the free national breast screening programme for women aged between 45 and 69 in New Zealand. We can refer you to them once you turn 45 so that you are enrolled in the free screening programme. Once you are enrolled BreastScreen Aotearoa will liaise with you directly to book in your mammogram appointments.

 

If you have any concerns about your breasts and you would like to discuss these with your GP, please book an appointment. Our Nurses will also be happy to talk to you about the screening programme and what this involves.

 

Contact BreastScreen Aotearoa free phone 0800 270 200 or click the link below for further information.

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Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC)

There are several Long-acting contraceptive options available including injections, Intra uterine devices or an implant under the skin. LARCs are a great option if you are looking for a long-term solution, or if you have side effects from other contraceptive methods or find it hard to remember to take the pill.

 

If you would like a LARC please make an appointment with one of our GPs to talk about your options.  Some patients may also be eligible for funded services to cover the consultation and contraception fees.

Cervical Screening

HPV screening is the method for cervical screening in New Zealand. HPV testing is a better first screening test. It looks for the human papillomavirus (HPV), which causes cell changes that may lead to cervical cancer.

 

There are now two options available to complete the screening:

  • Vaginal swab, you can either self-test or a trained health professional can assist you. The swab is quick and easy to do but may not be suitable for everyone.
  • Cervical sample (the traditional smear test) taken by a health professional.

 

In some instances, this service is fully funded and if eligible there is no cost to the patient.

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Menopause

Menopause can occur in women from 40 years onwards and can be an unsettling time. Our GPs would be happy to talk through your symptoms and treatment options.

 

Our GP’s can also assist with many other women’s health issues:

  • Vaginal Health
  • Sexual Health
  • Maternity Health
  • Incontinence
  • Urinary tract infections – symptoms and treatments
  • Period pain and menstrual disorders
  • Pregnancy termination
  • Heart disease
  • Weight management